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Easy One-Pan Chicken & Basmati Rice Dinner

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This Recipe Some of my favorite meals are the ones where everything comes together in one pan. As a busy mom, I’m always looking for dinners that are filling, flavorful, and easy enough to put together without having a sink full of dishes afterward.
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Ingredients

Basmati Rice

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Badia Complete Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • Dash of cumin
  • 1/2 cup olive oil melted butter, or ghee
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • or 2–3 chicken bouillon cubes dissolved in 4 cups water
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Seasoned Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken cut into pieces, or your favorite combination of chicken thighs and legs
  • 1 tablespoon Badia Complete Seasoning
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Instructions

Prepare the Rice

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Wash and rinse the basmati rice several times until the water runs mostly clear. This removes the excess starch and helps give you fluffier, more separated grains.
  • Cover the rice with hot water and allow it to soak for about 15 minutes. Drain it well and transfer it to a deep baking dish or roasting pan.
  • Add the salt, black pepper, Badia Complete Seasoning, seasoning salt, paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, cumin, and olive oil, butter, or ghee.
  • Pour in the chicken broth. If you’re using bouillon instead, dissolve 2–3 cubes in 4 cups of water before adding it.
  • Mix everything gently until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the rice.
  • Add the frozen vegetables and gently mix again.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Poke a few small holes in the foil to allow a little steam to escape.

Season the Chicken

  • Clean and prepare your chicken as you normally would, then pat it dry.
  • Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl or tray. Add the Badia Complete Seasoning, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, seasoning salt, and olive oil.
  • Massage everything thoroughly over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated on all sides.

Bake

  • Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces directly on top of the foil-covered rice pan. This allows the chicken to roast while the rice steams underneath.
  • Bake at 375°F for approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours, depending on the size and type of chicken pieces you’re using.
  • The chicken should be beautifully golden and fully cooked. For food safety, the thickest part should reach at least 165°F, without touching the bone.
  • Carefully remove the chicken and then remove the foil from the rice. Fluff the rice gently with a fork and mix the vegetables throughout.
  • Place the chicken back over the rice and serve everything hot.

Connie’s notes

  • Rinse and soak the rice. Rinsing removes excess starch, while a short soak helps the basmati rice cook more evenly.
  • Use a deep baking dish. The rice expands as it cooks, and you’ll also have broth and vegetables in the pan, so make sure there’s enough room.
  • Seal the foil well. The trapped steam is what cooks the rice. If too much steam escapes, the rice may stay firm.
  • Watch the salt. Complete seasoning, seasoning salt, chicken broth, and bouillon can all add salt, so adjust the extra salt accordingly.
  • Pat the chicken dry before seasoning. Removing excess moisture helps the seasoning stick and gives the chicken a better golden exterior.
  • Use chicken thighs and legs for an especially juicy result. They hold up well during the longer roasting time and add plenty of flavor.
  • For crispier chicken, broil it briefly once everything is cooked. Watch closely because the skin can brown quickly.
  • Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before fluffing the rice. This helps the remaining moisture settle evenly into the rice.
  • This is a great one-pan family dinner with seasoned chicken, fluffy basmati rice, and vegetables all cooked together with minimal cleanup.
 
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